Poaching
Published on Mar 01, 2016
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Globally, what can we do to regulate and prevent poaching?
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Introduction
- Using deadly force against wildlife
- Hundreds of species are becoming extinct or endagered
- Poachers usually escape with little to no punishment
- The laws against poaching are difficult to enforce
- Animals become material things like decorations, jewelry, medicine, etc
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Intro Continued
- Most animals are harmed in very cruel ways and left for dead
- They struggle through a great deal of pain and agony
- Poachers argue it is the only way for them to make a living
- Others say they rely on the medicine made from the animals
- It is negatively effecting the earth
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Poaching around the World
- Oceans: whales, dolphins, sharks,etc.
- Rainforests: parrots, pythons, monkey, etc.
- Savannah: elephants, rhinos, lions, etc
- Artic: seals, penguins, narwhals, etc.
- Temperate Forests: deer, wolves, bears, etc.
- ...along with others.
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Public Awareness
- Anti-poaching social media campaign.
- Public rallies with speakers against poaching.
- More videos that show the tragedies of poaching that aren't too graphic for the general public.
- Education in the public school systems.
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Campaign Effects
- Greater awareness.
- Greater sense of community.
- More activists.
- Less poachers.
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Poaching Awareness in Education Systems
- Implement it into environmental science classes in high schools and campuses
- Start up an Environmental Awareness class that discuss the issue of poaching and other environmental issues.
- Have anti-poaching speakers visit campuses and schools for talks.
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Rangers
- Rangers are those who risk their lives daily to reduce the level of poaching and increase the chances of catching poachers so that the entire ecosystems are protected
- They are exposed to harsh physical conditions often with inadequate equipment, pay and support
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Rangers are target too!
- Poachers/wild animals
- About 150 rangers have been killed in Virunga( in the DRC)
- Worldwide, about two rangers are killed every week (Partial data)
- work under specific rules and permitted to fire only in self-denfense
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Rangers Improvements
- Stable funding
- Considerable welfare( including their family)
- Introducing military training programs
- Considering giving them permit to fire under more situations not only self-defense
- Advanced technology supporting
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New Technology
- DNA Analysis
- Acoustic Traps
- Thermal Imaging
- Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool (SMART) and CyberTracker
- Virtual Watch Room
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New Technology
- DNA Analysis
- Acoustic Traps
- Thermal Imaging
- Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool (SMART) and CyberTracker
- Virtual Watch Room
Photo by kjetikor
Upgrades to existing Tech
- Digital Radio
- GPS-enabled Cameras and Smartphones
- Aerial Surveillance Drones
- Alarm Fences
- Tracking Chips
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Sustaining National Parks
- An area protected by the federal government
- Poaching is illegal in all national parks
- Keeping them well-maintained is important in the fight against poaching
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National Parks
- Keeps natural heritage of the countries
- Keep whole eco system functional
- Provides job opportunities to local community members
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National Parks Need
- Sufficient government funding
- Proper support from local community
- Well trained and equipped park rangers
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Summary
- Public awareness will encourage more people to become activists against poaching and convince others never to take part in it.
- Better training and protection for rangers will cause them to handle situations with poachers more efficiently and safely. This may assist in making a park ranger a more popular job.
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Summary
- Upgrading technology and utilizing existing technology will allow governments and anti-poaching organizations to track poachers and suspicious activities.
- Improving national parks will give animals a better area of land where they can be protected and preserve the ecosystems of the countries.
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